Cheap 3D printers in October 2024

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You don't need to wait for big sales to get cheap 3D printers; there are plenty of discounts all year round, so long as you know where to look. To help point you in the right direction, the GamesRadar+ team and I have corralled the best 3D printer deals here.

This list of savings includes everything from professional-grade options to beginner-friendly machines, so you should find something to suit you below regardless of what you want to make. And if you're keen to find the best 3D printers for miniatures and cosplay? Well, you're in luck. A few are included in this month's roundup of cheap 3D printers.

Because we've been handling all things bargain for almost six years, we've also gathered our fair share of tips and tricks. Where will you find the best offers, and how do you know if something is a good deal or not? Read on for the full lowdown on the best 3D printer deals.

Today's best cheap 3D printers at a glance

UK

Cheap 3D printers: resin

Anycubic Photon Mono M3 Max | $1,099 $669 at Anycubic Save $430 - Buy it if:Don't buy it if: Price check: UK price:£1,099£669 at Anycubic

Anycubic Photon Mono M3 Max | $1,099 $669 at Anycubic
Save $430 - Looking for one of the biggest resin printers around? Anycubic is currently offering the M3 Max for  an impressive $430 less than normal. I've certainly never seen it for less.

Buy it if:
✅ You want to print larger models
✅ You have lots of storage space

Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't have much room

Price check:
💲 Amazon | $949.99
💲 Walmart | $959

⭐ UK price: £1,099 £669 at Anycubic

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Anycubic Photon Mono M5s | $579 $269 at Anycubic Save $310 - Buy it if:Don't buy it if: Price check: UK price:

Anycubic Photon Mono M5s | $579 $269 at Anycubic
Save $310 - Here's a great example of why you shouldn't just stick with Amazon, Walmart, and the rest when hunting for cheap 3D printer deals. This used to be my go-to recommendation where resin machines are concerned, so seeing it at such a massive discount (which I believe is its lowest price) is notable.

Buy it if:
✅ You want super-high detail
✅ You hate leveling your build plate

Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't have much ventilation at home

Price check:
💲 Amazon | $459.99
💲 Walmart | $369

⭐ UK price: Not currently on offer

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Cheap 3D printers: filament

Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo | $549$379 at Anycubic Save $170 - Buy it if: Don't buy it if: Price check: 💲 UK price: £549 £359 at Anycubic

Anycubic Kobra 3 Combo | $549 $379 at Anycubic
Save $170 - Here's another brand-new machine I loved when I tested it recently that has tumbled way below what I'd expected. I reckon that's the cheapest available price on the Kobra 3 Combo right now.

Buy it if:
✅ You want multi-color prints
✅ You want high-speed results

Don't buy it if:
❌ You don't have much space

Price check:
💲 Amazon | $638.39
💲 Walmart | Out of stock

⭐ UK price: £549 £359 at Anycubic

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Creality K1 | $599 $369 at Creality Save $230 - Buy it if:Don't buy it if: Price check: UK price:£509 £379 at Creality

Creality K1 | $599 $369 at Creality
Save $230 - I don't think the K1 has ever been as cheap as it is now. Want a reliable but enclosed machine? Now's your chance.

Buy it if:
✅ You want high-speed results
✅ You'd like something neat and tidy

Don't buy it if:
❌ You need the high detail of resin

Price check:
💲 Amazon | $519
💲 Walmart | $519

⭐ UK price: £509 £379 at Creality

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Cheap 3D printer FAQ

Pieces of the Anycubic Kobra Go alongside the Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra

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Where will I find the best cheap 3D printers?

Even though popular retailers such as Amazon and Walmart are great for discounts, I'd always recommend checking the manufacturer stores as well. If you head to Anycubic, Elegoo, Creality, and the rest, you'll often find the steepest savings - particularly on new machines. In fact, they're normally better than any other reduction out there.

How do I know if the cheap 3D printer deals are actually good?

It can be difficult to tell whether an offer is actually good or just 'OK' when it comes to cheap 3D printers, so it's sensible to put in some research before hitting checkout. To find out whether you've struck gold, I'd recommend dropping in on price history sites like Camelcamelcamel. This will tell you everything from lowest ever prices to average cost, allowing you to make a more informed decision rather than being swept up in the moment.

The GamesRadar+ team and I have been hunting bargains for a long time now, and these price-comparison sites have never let us down. It's how we decide what to feature on 3D printer deals roundups like this, actually; if the reduction in question isn't better than the average price for the item, it won't appear here. 

Should I wait for Black Friday or Prime Day?

Although the year's major sales events are your best opportunity to secure a bargain, that isn't to say you shouldn't shop at any other time. As is so often the case on this page of cheap 3D printers, you can get record low prices at other times of year if you keep your ear to the ground. 

Still, the best discounts do tend to happen after Thanksgiving as part of the Black Friday 3D printer deals. If you want maximum value for money, it's not a bad idea to hang fire in case a better price cut comes along at the end of November.

For advice on how to use your new machine, be sure to check out our guide on how to 3D print miniatures. Need a better device for slicing, on the other hand? The best gaming PCs should sort you out.

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Benjamin Abbott
Benjamin Abbott
Tabletop & Merch Editor

As the site's Tabletop & Merch Editor, you'll find my grubby paws on everything from board game reviews to the latest Lego news. I've been writing about games in one form or another since 2012, and can normally be found cackling over some evil plan I've cooked up for my group's next Dungeons & Dragons campaign.

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